Understanding DOJ’s Data Security Rules: A Compliance Wake-Up Call for Financial Firms

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has issued new rules restricting access of sensitive personal and government-related data to designated countries of concern. While financial services firms can leverage certain exemptions, a deeper look reveals that certain business activities and vendor relationships could still trigger compliance obligations.

Join us on Friday, July 25, 2025, at 12 p.m. EDT for a practical break down of these new requirements. Learn how they could impact your firm, and what steps you should take to stay compliant.

Discussion Topics will Include:

  • A clear overview of the DOJ’s new data-access regulations
  • What qualifies as a “covered data transaction”
  • What exemptions are most relevant for financial firms
  • Why financial firms may still fall within the scope
  • Key compliance questions your firm should be asking now
  • Practical steps to assess exposure and mitigate risk

Speakers:

  • Roseanne Harford, Director of Thought Leadership, ACA Group
  • Clayton Northouse, Partner, Latham & Watkins
  • Max Mazzelli, Counsel, Latham & Watkins
  • Catherine Hein, Counsel, Latham & Watkins

Who Should Attend?

This webcast is for compliance professionals at investment advisers, investment companies, and broker-dealers of all sizes.

 

All webcasts are recorded and will be sent to registrants following the live broadcast.